Upcoming Events, Fall 2026

Dismantling Democracy

Dismantling Democracy: 53 Days in Nazi Germany explores the critical weeks following Hitler’s appointment as chancellor in 1933, when the Nazi Party legally and systematically dismantled the democratic foundations of the Weimar Republic. Grounded in primary sources and historical context, the program offers an opportunity to learn about this pivotal moment in history—one that reminds us how quickly democratic institutions can erode. We are delighted, and indebted, to the Maine Humanities Council for their generous funding and support of this initiative!

At the HHRC, we work to promote Holocaust education, confront antisemitism and bias, and strengthen a more informed and compassionate civic culture across our state.  One way we pursue that mission is through educational programs that invite communities to examine history in ways that deepen understanding and inspire civic engagement. The following are scheduled presentations; please join us!

Upcoming Events:

Scarborough Public Library - September 24th at 12:00
Falmouth Memorial Library - October 7th at 5:30
Windham Public Library - October 21st at 5:30
Millinocket Memorial Library – October 29th at 6:00
Gardiner Public Library – November 9 at 6:00

Some feedback from participants:

“Excellent presentation. Very focused and clear. Amazing answers to questions from the audience.”

“Erica was enthusiastic and did an excellent job presenting and answeringquestions. She was totally into her lecture. Excellent. Thank you very much, a job well done.”

“Thank you so much!”

“Presenter was 5 STARS!”

“Good summary presentation, well presented.  Good Q&A session which added a lot to the program.”

“Very interesting presentation. As a child of survivors, I feel everyone needs education of these events as few seem to really understand what happened and why. Thank you!’

“You knocked it out of the park, Erica, once again!”